What to expect: If you are a fan of deliciously huge and greasy burgers and cheeseburgers, then you should definitely pay Tookie’s a visit. Appetizers include Tookie’s chili bowl, topped with onion, cheese and, of course, Fritos.

What to expect: Casa Imperial’s menu is full of cheesy enchiladas, Tex-Mex combos and some traditional Mexican fare. They do not have much of a beer selection instead focusing on several top-notch margaritas.

What to expect: Guru’s menu does not look like your typical burger dive. They focus more on the unique and gourmet, and they also offer a handful of craft beer to drink. If you are in the mood for a crepe, they have both sweet and savory.

What to expect: The duck is a haven for all of you specialty drink lovers. Its food menu features English pub fare, like the duck delight for dessert – house-baked Yorkshire pudding filled with vanilla ice cream and topped with chocolate syrup.

What to expect: Pit Master has two establishments, one in The Woodlands and one in Spring. Each location offers something slightly different from the other, with the Sawdust Road spot offering more sandwiches (like burgers and chicken). But each offer gut-busting barbecue with family and corporate packs available.

What to expect: Tex-Mex favorites and ice cold margaritas are a few of the staples available at this Mexican restaurant. Each month the restaurant features a different special and there are also weekly live music events.

Campioni
What to expect: Campioni is full of classic and rich Italian fare complete with a satisfying wine menu. You can enjoy a gourmet pizza or choose from several fresh pasta dishes.
Hours: Mon.-Fri., 11

What to expect: If you have never tried Cuban food before, Beans and Rice is a great place to start. Its menu features beef, chicken, pork and seafood dishes, daily specials and a selection of desserts.

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La Parmigiana Italian Oven

What to expect: The restaurant has been a community favorite since 1988, and specializes in classic Italian food. The menu features wood-baked pizzas and calzones, pasta, grilled chicken dishes and dessert.

What to expect: Peli Peli serves South African fusion cuisine that is bold and spicy, and it is open for brunch through dinner. The menu indicates which dishes are more traditional South African, and it also has a large wine and signature drink menu.

What to expect: Neal’s touts a menu full of home-style goodness, such as fried pickles, fried pork steak and some seafood dishes. You can also order traditional home-style desserts, such as banana pudding and a variety of pies.

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Texas Mesquite Bar and Grill

What to expect: Texas Mesquite’s rustic interior is complimented by its hearty menu that focuses on regional cuisine. A customer favorite is the quail bite appetizer, which features bacon-wrapped quail breast stuffed with jalapeno and jack cheese.

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CC’s Café

What to expect: The café is a small, family owned operation where everything is made from scratch, such as the biscuits, chicken fried steak and onion rings. They also have a home-style breakfast menu with omelets or various platters. Their menu touts “farm fresh” eggs.